The News Producer/Anchor produces and presents news content across platforms, works on story development, and engages with the audience through social media.
WQRF (FOX) & WTVO (ABC) are looking for a News Producer/Anchor. The News Producer/Anchor serves as the primary presenter of news stories and other content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Brief description of duties & responsibilities:
- Produce 5 and 9pm, and co-anchor 9pm newscasts
- Produce content for multiple platforms, including TV, internet, mobile, etc.
- Work with management to enterprise and develop stories daily
- Demonstrate compelling storytelling using dynamic live shots and stand-ups, creative graphics, and use of digital and social media platforms
- Organize material, determine angle or emphasis, and write story according to prescribed editorial style and format standards
- Edits video
- Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
- Actively participates in social media in accordance with company and station guidance
- Participates in station-sponsored community events in accordance with station guidance
Requirements & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in communication/journalism or related degree required (equivalent years of experience may substitute for education)
- One(1) years television anchoring or reporting experience required
- Solid vocal delivery, camera presence, and clear enunciation
- Communicates clearly with staff, the team on air, and viewers to ensure the latest and most accurate information is being presented in real time
- Understands importance of social media
- Excellent reading, writing, spelling, grammar and organizational skills
- Promotes teamwork and maintains attitude of cooperation with all station personnel
- Operate newsroom computer systems
- Flexibility to work any shift
Compensation: $15 - $16 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level.
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, life insurance, Paid Parental Leave and more.
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Interested candidates should apply on our website mystateline.com.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. Wheeling, Illinois, USA Office
Wheeling, United States
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